Governor John Bel Edwards has declared a state of emergency for Louisiana as a result of Tropical Storm Cindy. The governor says the potential for heavy rainfall associated with this system is the main threat, primarily in southeast Louisiana. Area wide rainfall totals of 4 to 8 inches are in the forecast, with the potential of 10 to 15 inches or more in some spots.

But southwest Louisiana is where the storm is slated to make landfall tomorrow. Stephen Carboni with the National Weather Service in Lake Charles says wind damage will be a bigger concern than rain for that part of the state…:
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The Governor says GOHSEP is currently in 24 hour operations and is coordinating with state agencies, parish officials and first responders who are putting resources in place for citizens who may need assistance.

One third of businesses are increasing benefits in order to attract talented employees, according to a study by the Society for Human Resource Management….:
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LSU faces Florida State again tonight in the College World Series. This time the loser will be eliminated. Shortstop Kramer Robertson on what it will take to beat F-S-U again…:
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First pitch is set for 6pm.